Arleigh Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Arleigh has its roots in Old English, meaning 'eagle's wood'. It has evolved through various forms over time, reflecting a connection to nature and strength. The name does not have biblical relevance, but it gained popularity in the 20th century as a modern and unique choice. Today, Arleigh is viewed positively, symbolizing creativity and individuality.
The name Arleigh is most popular in Wisconsin, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Arleigh has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Arleigh' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2243rd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2426th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3577th out of 7552 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 24088th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 16359th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 9107th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 9204th out of 9204 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 18043rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6805th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4436th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Arleigh' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Arleigh"
Pronunciation
/ˈɑːrli/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Arleigh is derived from the Old English words 'ear', meaning 'eagle', and 'leah', meaning 'wood' or 'clearing'. Thus, it conveys the idea of an 'eagle's wood' or 'clearing where eagles are found'.
Meaning
Eagle's wood
Language Evolution
Eorlēah, Arley, Arleigh
Historical Usage
Arleigh gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a unique and modern name choice.
Variants & Derivatives
Arley, Arleigh, Arlee
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Arleigh is perceived as a distinctive and elegant name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Arleigh Burke - an admiral in the United States Navy., Arleigh McMeekin - a notable American painter.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Arleigh"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Arleigh"
"Arleigh" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2243rd of 7545 | 212 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2426th of 6773 | 179 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3577th of 7552 | 95 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 24088th of 24088 | 5 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 16359th of 23106 | 21 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 9107th of 9107 | 5 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 9204th of 9204 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 18043rd of 27321 | 24 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6805th of 35406 | 275 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4436th of 30306 | 382 |
Regional Popularity of "Arleigh" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
83.05% 1176th/1416 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
73.67% 1139th/1546 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Arleigh" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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82.50% 5628th/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Arleigh"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Arleigh" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.